Police Officer — Competitive Pay, Long Weekends & Benefits

CITY OF DOVER; Dover (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Hospitalization insurance

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Overtime pay

Job summary

The City of Dover invites applications for the open competitive examination for the position of Police Officer with the Dover Police Department. Applicants must meet age, education, and licensing requirements and will undergo medical, psychological, and background checks as part of the selection process.

Written test is on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Location: 121 E. 2nd St., Dover, OH, with physical agility testing to follow. Residency rules and observed standards apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old before appointment.
• Graduation from high school, vocational school, or GED completed.
• Must pass a physical exam within 120 days showing fitness for duty.
• Valid driver's license with limited moving violations within 3 years.
• Certificate from Ohio Peace Officers Training Council by appointment time.

Skills

Age 21+

HS diploma/GED

Driver license

Physical/psychological exams

Background & polygraph

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Dover invites applications for the open competitive examination for the position of Police Officer with the Dover Police Department. Applicants must meet age, education, and licensing requirements and will undergo medical, psychological, and background checks as part of the selection process.

Written test is on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Location: 121 E. 2nd St., Dover, OH, with physical agility testing to follow. Residency rules and observed standards apply.